Proper
Into It. Over It. · 2011
34 min · 12 tracks · punk rock
A raw blend of introspective lyrics and melodic punk energy captures the struggles of youth and self-discovery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Embracing Facts — This opening track sets a poignant tone with its confessional lyrics and driving rhythm, encapsulating the album's themes of vulnerability and introspection.
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Fortunate Friends — With its catchy hooks and relatable narrative about friendship dynamics, this track exemplifies the band's knack for blending emotion with melody.
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P R O P E R — The title track serves as a culmination of the album's themes, featuring a climactic build-up that reflects personal growth and acceptance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk elements with introspective lyrics, establishing a solid foundation for the band's identity.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Several tracks feature layered guitar melodies that intertwine with vocal lines, creating a dense but melodic sound.
- The lyrics often reflect personal struggles and self-discovery, delivered with an earnest vocal style that varies between singing and spoken word.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick bursts of youthful energy
- introspective moments of self-discovery
- sing-along anthems for friends
- short tracks for focused listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking long, immersive experiences
- prefer polished, studio productions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Proper is Into It. Over It.'s debut full-length album, released in 2011 after a series of well-received EPs. At this point in their career, the band was establishing themselves within the emo revival movement, gaining recognition for their earnest songwriting and energetic performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The World Is a Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die· Pianos Become the Teeth· Tigers Jaw
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Embracing Facts 1:54
- 2 Discretion & Depressing People 2:52
- 3 Fortunate Friends 3:20
- 4 No Good Before Noon 1:20
- 5 Write It Right 2:57
- 6 Midnight: Carroll Street 4:16
- 7 Connecticut Steps 3:32
- 8 Staring At The Ceiling 1:52
- 9 An Evening With Ramsey Beyer 2:58
- 10 Where Your Nights Often End 3:04
- 11 P R O P E R 3:56
- 12 The Frames That Used To Greet Me 2:09
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